At the United Nations Committee on Information in New York, Bangladesh has asked for more international measures to guarantee information integrity, fight false information, and advance inclusive communication.
According to a message received here today, Salahuddin Noman Chowdhury, Bangladesh’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador, made the call on Monday during the general discussion of the 48th session of the Committee on Information at UN Headquarters.
The yearly session examines matters pertaining to public information, international communication, and UN outreach initiatives.
In his speech, the envoy highlighted growing challenges posed by misinformation, disinformation, hate speech and the misuse of artificial intelligence and digital platforms.
He said these trends are fuelling divisions and eroding trust across societies, stressing the need for responsible use of information and communication technologies.
He also underscored the importance of bridging the digital divide both between and within countries.
Highlighting Bangladesh’s contributions to UN peacekeeping, including the deployment of women peacekeepers, the permanent representative called for continued efforts to counter anti-peacekeeping narratives.
He also stressed the need to promote accountability and environmental responsibility in peacekeeping operations.
Chowdhury drew attention to disinformation-driven crises, including the Rohingya situation in Myanmar and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
He called for accurate dissemination of information and increased global awareness on those issues.
The envoy reaffirmed Bangladesh’s strong commitment to strengthening global communication efforts in line with the principles and values of the United Nations.
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